Hello there, lovely paper crafters! Today, I am playing with the gorgeous Altenew Lush Botanicals: Poinsettia Emboss & Cut Set. Instead of traditional, meticulous painting where you try not to go outside the lines, we are breaking out the Altenew 24 Half Pan Watercolors for a messy technique I like to call "Die Cut Dipping." … Continue reading Die-Cut Dipping: The Easiest DIY Watercolor Poinsettia Christmas Card
Hi crafty peeps! Hello, my fellow paper-trimming, ink-blending friends! Today, we are putting the spotlight squarely on the Altenew Sweet Bouquet bundle. This little powerhouse packs a stamp set, a stencil set, and a coordinating die set into one package. It even includes a beautiful lattice pattern stencil for your backgrounds. It really is an … Continue reading Blooms and Blossoms: A Fresh Look at the Altenew Sweet Bouquet Bundle
Hey there, paper crafters! My crafting table was ready for a nice, sensible project. I sat down with the super large Forget-Me-Not Die Set from the fresh Altenew June collection, fully intending to make exactly one lovely floral card. Then, I looked at the sheer size of the flower. It was magnificent, but it was … Continue reading Two Cards, One Flower: The Accidental Crafty Double-Feature with the Altenew Forget-Me-Not
Cardmaking in 5 Easy Steps - May 27, 2026 - Cards & Coffee Time Today we are tackling a five-step project that is sweet enough to cause cavities. We are assembling a clean, elegant card using the Altenew Tasty Treasures Bundle. Our main attraction features two massive jars packed with paper sugar. If you hate … Continue reading Cardmaking In 5 Easy Steps – Altenew Tasty Treasures
Cardmaking in 5 Easy Steps - May 22, 2026 - Cards & Coffee Time Hey there, paper crafters! Today, we are taking a scenic detour from basic cards and leaning into a design that looks like it took hours, but only requires five straightforward steps. Our star of the show is the packed Altenew Craft … Continue reading Altenew Craft Your Life Project Kit: The Drawing Room
Cardmaking in 5 Easy Steps - April 04, 2026 - Cards and Coffee Time Hi crafty friends! I’m putting together a super cute birthday card in just 5 easy steps. We’re breaking out a floral die set that is so pretty, so get ready for some coloring therapy! We are shopping the stash today. I’m … Continue reading Cardmaking In 5 Easy Steps – Shopping the Stash
Cardmaking in 5 Easy Steps - February 16, 2026 - Cards & Coffee Time Hello, crafty friends! For my 5 Easy Step card today, we are using a stencil set as both the focal point and the background. I love when something can be used for double duty! I’m playing with the lovely Flower Bed … Continue reading Cardmaking In 5 Easy Steps – Altenew February 2026 Release
Cardmaking in 5 Easy Steps - January 17, 2026 Hey crafty friends! I’m putting together a super cute friendship card in just 5 easy steps. We’re breaking out the Copic markers, so get ready for some coloring therapy! I’m using the lovely floral & butterfly from the You Make My Heart Flutter stamp set as my main … Continue reading Cardmaking In 5 Easy Steps – Simon Says Stamp Make My Heart Flutter
Get ready for the June 2024 Papertrey Ink release! It's hotter than July pavement with stamp sets cuter than a pug in a party hat, florals that'll make bees jealous, and pool themes edgier than a flamingo. Say goodbye to store-bought cards and hello to handmade brilliance!
What's New at Papertrey Ink - Let's Take A Look at the May 2024 Release! Hello crafty cardmaking friends! Fabulous stamp sets, stand alone dies, amazing summer themes, elegant edges and corners - it’s a whole new world at the Papertrey Ink Shop. Get ready for the grand tour! We're talking summer vibes, versatile designs, … Continue reading Papertrey Ink – May 2024 Release
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